Introduction Anemia is a disease that affects mostly women. It results in a decreased concentration of red blood cells (erythrocytes) and/or red blood pigment (hemoglobin) in the blood. The cause is usually iron deficiency, but chronic blood loss and other blood formation disorders can also be the cause of the symptoms. Typically, symptoms such as … These can be the consequences of anemia
The shortness of breath Breathlessness is a typical symptom that can occur with a pronounced lack of blood. The missing red blood cells with their red blood pigment are responsible for transporting oxygen from the lungs. With anaemia, this transport is disturbed. Especially during physical (and mental) exertion this can lead to respiratory distress. The … The shortness of breath | These can be the consequences of anemia
The tiredness Tiredness is a symptom that suggests the brain to take a break. The increased fatigue in anemia is caused by a reduced supply of oxygen and other nutrients to the brain cells. This results in a slowing down of cell activity. It is not without reason that yawning (a reaction of the body … The tiredness | These can be the consequences of anemia
